A man who got lost in London and accidentally accrued three separate fines for travelling through the controversial ULEZ zone has had the charges reduced.

Roger Watts, who lives in Clifton Close, was making a journey to Dorset on May 31 in his Seat Altea, to collect a caravan, when his sat-nav took him into the capital.

The 82-year-old proceeded to get stuck in what he described as "bedlam" driving around in the London chaos and having to sleep in an overnight car park because of exhaustion.

Norwich Evening News: The apology letter from Transport for London and confirmation the three fines have now been reduced to £12.50 eachThe apology letter from Transport for London and confirmation the three fines have now been reduced to £12.50 each (Image: Newsquest)READ MORE: City named as one of the worst places for fly-tipping in region

After going in and out of the ULEZ zone on three separate occassions, over three days in one marathon journey, he received a letter confirming the charges roughly three weeks later.

During Mr Watts' near four-month long battle appealing the fines, Transport for London increased them to £270 each, meaning he was ordered to pay a total of £810.

However after contacting this paper Mr Watts was delighted to receive a follow up letter from Transport for London reducing the charges to just £37.50.

Norwich Evening News: Roger Watts, 82, said he was so pleased to have the fines reducedRoger Watts, 82, said he was so pleased to have the fines reduced (Image: Newsquest)In the letter it said: "I am so sorry to hear of the circumstances which led to you incurring PCNs (penalty charge notices), I understand this must have been a stressful situation for you and TfL does appreciate that not all motorists regularly travel within the charging zone and endeavour to ensure that sufficient information is available to help those who are not familiar with the requirements of the schemes in place."

Further down it added: "I have considered the information provided and understand the impact the progression of the PCNs is having on you financially.

Norwich Evening News: The controversial ULEZ zone has been criticised by prime minister Rishi Sunak, as well as opposition Keir StarmerThe controversial ULEZ zone has been criticised by prime minister Rishi Sunak, as well as opposition Keir Starmer (Image: PA Media)

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"Therefore, as a gesture of goodwill, we will accept the daily charge amount of £12.50 as full and final settlement for each PCN if received by October 9, 2023."

Mr Watts said: "I'm so pleased to have the fines reduced.

"I would recommend people don't give up when faced with bullies like this - people need to fight back and stick up for your convictions because it can work."